Push carts, towels, tees, ball markers and the small stuff that adds up.
Golf accessories are individually minor purchases, but the right ones remove small daily frictions that add up over a season of rounds.
Push carts
A 3-wheel push cart reduces fatigue significantly over carrying a bag for 18 holes, without the cost and course restrictions of a riding cart. Look for a stable, one-button fold mechanism, a secure bag strap system, and accessory mounts (umbrella holder, scorecard holder, phone/drink holder) if you'll use them.
Tees, ball markers and divot tools
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Cheap and easy to lose — buying in bulk (especially tees) saves repeated small purchases. A dedicated divot tool with a ball marker built in is a small convenience most golfers appreciate once they have one and stop searching pockets for a tee to fix a pitch mark.
Towels and grip maintenance
A wet/dry combination towel keeps grips and clubface clean for consistent contact, particularly valuable in wet conditions where a dirty face meaningfully affects spin. Clean grips also matter more than most golfers realize — worn, slick grips cause golfers to grip tighter than intended, which restricts wrist hinge and costs both distance and control.